Dakota County Sheriff's Office

06/10/2026

Yesterday, we had the chance to spend time at Beyond the Yellow Ribbon - Rosemount, MN second annual Patriots in the Park event.

It was a great day connecting with veterans, military families and community members who came together to honor those who have served. Events like this are a meaningful reminder of the strong connection between veterans and public service.

A special thank you to our Drone Team for providing overwatch during the event and helping keep everyone safe.

06/09/2026

And that's a wrap on the 2026 DCSO Open House. A great day gather and showcase all things DCSO. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hi!

06/06/2026

Great weather. Good food. Many fun activities to do! Whether for 30 minutes or the whole time, stop by for an awesome day at the Open House!

06/05/2026

Our hearts are with Minnesota State Patrol as they grieve an unimaginable loss. No one should have to carry life’s challenges alone. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 to reach the Su***de and Crisis Lifeline for support. 

Our hearts are heavy as we mourn the loss of Lt. Tyler Uthe, a respected leader, a dedicated servant and friend. His loss is being felt deeply across our agency and by all who had the privilege to serve alongside him.

Our thoughts are with Tyler’s family, friends, loved ones and fellow troopers during this incredibly difficult time. We ask that you keep them in your thoughts and respect their privacy as they grieve.

As we mourn Tyler’s loss, we are reminded that even those who spend their lives helping others sometimes need help themselves. No one should have to carry life's challenges alone. If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 to reach the Su***de and Crisis Lifeline for support.

Tyler’s impact on this agency and the lives he touched will not be forgotten.

06/05/2026

🚨 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Open House Demo Schedule just dropped! Come for the vibes, stay for the demos. From seeing how long our dive team can stay under water to watching a live demonstration of our drone team locating a suspect, there's a demo you're bound to love!

Wait, did we mention there will also be dogs and helicopters???!! We're looking forward to meeting you THIS SATURDAY!

06/04/2026

This issue impacts us all.

Earlier today, Sheriff Joe Leko spoke with WCCO about the recent overdose spike alert in Dakota County, the impact these incidents have on our community and the importance of continued awareness and support.

06/02/2026

From May 29 through June 2, there have been 23 suspected overdoses and two suspected fatal overdoses within Dakota County borders.

We are sharing this information to urge the public to stay alert and take precautions.

If you or someone you know uses substances:

• Carry naloxone/Narcan
• Call 911 immediately if someone is unresponsive, has slow or stopped breathing, blue lips or fingertips, or cannot be awakened
• Check on loved ones who may be at risk
• Assume any street drug could contain fentanyl

06/02/2026

Grab your bike and come ride with us! 🚲

Join the Dakota County Sheriff’s Office for the first ever Pedals & Pals on Tuesday, June 16 from 10:00 to 11:30 AM at Stelzel Fields in Empire.

School-aged kids are invited to join deputies for a short, escorted bike ride to Dairy Queen for ice cream and back. Riders must bring their own pedal bike, no e-bikes, and be able to ride 1 mile unassisted. Parents are welcome to ride along!

Free helmets will be available for kids who need one, courtesy of Children’s Minnesota.

Spots are limited, so sign up today: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054CA4A822AAFDCE9-64380954-2026

05/28/2026

The average person experiences 3 traumatic events in their lifetime while those in law enforcement experience 160 to 170 in their career (20 years on avg).

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, we sat down with our Crisis team to talk about mental health and the stigma behind it.

05/26/2026

The countdown is on! Join us for the DCSO Open House on June 6 from 11 AM to 2 PM. Bring the family, meet our team, check out the demos and enjoy a fun day with the Sheriff’s Office. We hope to see you there!